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1. Cook in bubbling water
5. Spicy dip for tortilla chips
6. In a strange way
7. Buzzing insects near a picnic
8. Votes in favor
1. Poorly, or not well done
2. A classic song from way back
3. Small islands
4. Places an egg, as a hen
5. Living room seat for lounging
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